A special summit held between ASEAN nations and China was held via video conference yesterday, with the Lao delegation led by President Thongloun Sisoulith.
ASEAN-China Special Summit Held via Video Conference
Australia’s FURY Takes Home Chicken Dinner at Regional Finals of AOC Masters Tournament 2021
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach – 23 November 2021 – Team ‘FURY’ took the proverbial chicken dinner back home to Australia as champions of the AOC Masters Tournament 2021 Regional Finals, one of the biggest gaming events in Asia Pacific, that hosted between November 2nd and 7th 2021. Competition was fierce, with many of the region’s elite gaming talent pitting their skills and wits against each other in a series of tense PUBG duels.
Ultimately, perseverance paid off for Team FURY, who managed to overcome adversity, including some defeats, and end the tournament at the top of the leaderboard. Trailing in their wake in second place was MiTH from Thailand, then Extraordinaire, and then ‘From the Future’ team from Indonesia, with all teams deserving of credit for their strong will and dedication.
Kevin Wu, General Manager, MMD Singapore, commented, “This was the third AOC Masters’s tournament event, its a collaboration with Mineski Global, PUBG Player’s Unknown Battlegrounds, as well as prominent gaming casters and other KoLs and emphasizes AOC’s commitment to the eSports industry. By conceiving and sharing this marquee gaming event with audiences through Twitch, YouTube and Facebook, we were able to unite the global gaming community. As a top monitor brand dedicated to connecting global gaming communities by playing and winning together, we are truly proud of this, and are looking forward to many more future collaborative gaming events.”
As part of its latest market positioning, AOC has unveiled its three-tiered gaming segmentation, with its newly-branded AGON PRO line targeted at professional team gamers and individuals seeking stardom within the global gaming community. AOC will continue to meet its varied customer needs with new monitor models and accessories and continue to receive industry acclaim and awards.
Enjoy all the winner winner chicken dinner moments of Team FURY, plus epic highlights of the AOC Masters Tournament at Facebook: AOC Monitor.
About Agon by AOC
AGON by AOC, offers one of the strongest portfolios of high-performance gaming monitors in the world and a complete ecosystem of gaming accessories grouped in three categories: AOC GAMING for core gamers, AGON for competitive gamers and AGON PRO for esports enthusiasts and professional esports players. Since 2020 AGON by AOC has been one of the leading gaming monitor brands and a top choice of gamers worldwide.
About AOC
Sold in over 120 countries, AOC is a market leader in electronic displays and is positioned to be one of the top global brands in providing the best display technology to users worldwide. With more than 50 years of experience in market analysis and consumer feedback, AOC is dedicated to designing products that address rising technological trends, as well as the diverse and changing needs of different consumers. Our commitment is emphasized through AOC’s slogan: ‘Vision at Heart.’ – at AOC, we’ve kept the hearts of our users in our vision, and we’ve kept their vision in our heart. Find out more about AOC at www.aoc.com
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Laos to See Mineral Earnings of USD 463 Million in Fourth Quarter
Laos expects to earn USD 463 million in the final quarter of this year from mineral sales both domestically and for export, after earning USD 1.464 billion in the first nine months of 2021.
De Beers New Research Highlights Generational Shift In Attitudes Towards Provenance Of Luxury Goods
Younger generations more interested in ethics and sustainability as the new status in luxury and are prepared to pay a premium for this
LONDON, UK – Media OutReach – 23 November 2021 – New research published today in De Beers Group’s latest Diamond Insight ‘Flash’ Report highlights that consumer attitudes towards provenance are changing as younger generations value ethics and sustainability assurances beyond simply knowing where a product originated.
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Based on research conducted among 1,000 US consumers, the report found that while consumers aged 50 and above cited quality factors as being their most important considerations relating to provenance of luxury goods (for example, French champagne, Italian cashmere), the 18 to 34 age cohort over-indexed on factors such as ‘human rights,’ ‘environmental impact’ and ‘from a company whose values I agree with.’
The research also found that consumers who valued information about a product’s provenance were prepared to pay a premium for this assurance, with affluent consumers being the most likely to pay a premium. Sixty-four per cent of all consumers and 73 per cent of affluent consumers (those with household income of more than US$150K per year) said they were willing to pay more for a product if its place of origin mattered to them. However, only seven per cent of consumers said they believed it was ‘very easy’ to discover where their products originated from, while another 29 per cent said it was only ‘somewhat easy’. More than half of consumers surveyed said it was ‘somewhat or very difficult to understand the story behind the items they buy’.
The study also found that while essential health and safety items such as food, cars and skincare ranked most highly as categories for which consumers were concerned about provenance, 34 per cent said they ‘care a lot’ about luxury goods and 35 per cent said the same about diamonds, highlighting that consumers are increasingly concerned about where and how their discretionary items are made.
Bruce Cleaver, CEO, De Beers Group, said: “It’s clear from this research that while provenance remains of high importance to luxury consumers, the meaning associated with provenance is shifting. Younger generations want assurance of the positive impact a product has created beyond simply knowing where it originated. This is creating a new status in luxury, where consumers want to show the world they care through their luxury purchases and are increasingly prepared to pay a premium to do so.”
The full Diamond Insight ‘Flash’ Report is available to download here.
About De Beers Group
Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the world’s leading diamond company with expertise in the exploration, mining and marketing of diamonds. Together with its joint venture partners, De Beers Group employs more than 20,000 people across the diamond pipeline and is the world’s largest diamond producer by value, with diamond mining operations in Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa. Innovation sits at the heart of the De Beers Group strategy as it develops a portfolio of offers, including its jewellery houses, De Beers Jewellers and De Beers Forevermark, and other pioneering solutions, such as diamond sourcing and traceability initiatives GemFair and Tracr. De Beers Group is committed to ‘Building Forever,’ a holistic and integrated approach for creating a better future – where safety, human rights and ethical integrity continue to be paramount; where communities thrive and the environment is protected; and where there are equal opportunities for all. De Beers Group is a member of the Anglo American plc group. For further information, visit
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DHL Supply Chain names senior appointments in Asia Pacific
- Steve Thompsett appointed as CEO, DSC Australia & New Zealand and Life Sciences & Healthcare, DSC Asia Pacific
- Prithu Srivastava named Chief Customer Officer, DSC Asia Pacific
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 23 November 2021 – DHL Supply Chain, the world’s leading contract logistics provider and a business division under Deutsche Post DHL Group, has named two senior appointments in Asia Pacific. The move further bolsters the region’s management team with long-time veterans, counting on their in-depth experience to support customers whose demands for supply chain resilience have only increased since the pandemic.
Steve Thompsett
Prithu Srivastava
Steve Thompsett, currently Chief Customer Officer, DSC Asia Pacific, will assume the role of CEO, DSC Australia & New Zealand and Life Sciences & Healthcare, DSC Asia Pacific. He takes over from Saul Resnick, who will relocate to take up the role as CEO UK & Ireland, DSC. Prithu Srivastava, currently Managing Director, DHL Supply Chain Indonesia, will in turn take over Thompsett’s role as Chief Customer Officer, DSC Asia Pacific. Both appointments are effective 1 January, and Thompsett and Srivastava will continue to report to Terry Ryan, CEO, DSC Asia Pacific.
“Steve is synonymous with customer-centricity. In the past few years, the programs, solutions and systems he put in place have embraced digitalization and change, creating strategic products which, in the light of the pandemic, has proven farsighted,” said Terry Ryan, CEO DSC Asia Pacific. “Prithu’s track record in Indonesia has demonstrated the same spirit of innovation, entrepreneurship, and customer-centricity. In a fast-growing market, he’s demonstrated the ability to pinpoint specific market gaps and customer pain points, taking the weight of DSC’s product range to market with speed and agility to deliver on transformational deals for our business.”
New CEO for DHL Australia, New Zealand Cluster
Thompsett has spent close to 25 years in Deutsche Post DHL (DPDHL) Group and has a proven track record in a variety of turnkey roles in the UK and Asia Pacific. He stepped into his current position as CCO, DSC APAC, and member of the DSC APAC Management Board in 2016 and has been instrumental in driving growth in the region. With a diverse team spanning 13 markets, Thompsett’s profound knowledge of regional customer needs and extensive experience within APAC and Australia make him the ideal candidate to take over the leadership for the Australia and New Zealand cluster, and the region’s lead for the Life Sciences and Healthcare sector.
Thompsett will be based in Australia. “The past two years have demonstrated the criticality of our services, keeping supply lines running. At DHL, our mission is ‘Connecting People, Improving Lives’. This has been evident during the pandemic. We’ve made sure our customers’ supply chain capacity has been maximized to keep essential supplies moving. The team has delivered consistently to a high standard, and it’s a privilege to helm a team of first-rate supply chain professionals in our Australia and New Zealand operations.”
Innovative problem solver to drive region’s growth
Prithu has been with DPDHL Group for 15 years and has worked on various cross-business unit projects across multiple regions. He joined DHL Supply Chain in 2011 and has worked as Strategy Director, South & South-East Asia, Vice President Business Development, Indonesia and since 2019 as Managing Director, Indonesia and a member of the DSC APAC Management Board. He has contributed significantly to the growth of DHL Supply Chain’s Indonesia business. Under his leadership, DSC Transport Indonesia saw several entrepreneurial initiatives introduced which helped the business in Indonesia establish new avenues of accelerated growth in the emerging market.
“DHL’s logistics capabilities are not just a cost center for our clients, but a strategic growth enabler. The recent pandemic linked volatility has further highlighted this. I look forward to engaging with our customers on how they can further leverage logistics as a growth enabler in Asia Pacific.” said Srivastava. “We have a market-leading portfolio across the region and have the ability to deliver agile services at scale. I look forward to working together with over 300 sales and solutions experts in 13 countries and implement value based supply chains for our customers.”
DHL – The logistics company for the world
DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With about 400,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as “The logistics company for the world”.
DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of more than 66 billion euros in 2020. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. Deutsche Post DHL Group aims to achieve zero-emissions logistics by 2050.
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Susan Buda of Brady & Associates Wins Prestigious Gwen Fletcher Memorial Award
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – EQS Newswire – 23 November 2021 – Connectus Wealth Advisers, a partner firm of Focus Financial Partners Inc. (NASDAQ: FOCS) (“Focus”), a leading partnership of fiduciary wealth management firms, announced today that Susan Buda, a financial adviser with Sydney-based Brady & Associates Financial Advisers (“Brady & Associates”), won the second Gwen Fletcher Memorial Award awarded in 2021. Brady & Associates is part of Connectus’ global consortium of boutique wealth managers.
The Gwen Fletcher Memorial Award is given each semester by the Financial Planning Association of Australia in recognition of the highest performing student in the Certified Financial Planner Certification Unit. The Award is an internationally recognized designation and an acknowledgement of excellence in financial planning.
“We congratulate Susan on receiving this prestigious award and commend her for the dedication she brings to advising our clients,” said Paul Brady, Founder and Managing Director of Brady & Associates. “The CFP Certification program is a crucial element of enhancing the professional standards of financial planning in Australia, and Susan embodies the commitment to excellence that is at the heart of Gwen Fletcher’s legacy.”
“We are thrilled for Susan on receiving this important recognition,” said Rajini Kodialam, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Focus. “The team of talented advisers at Brady & Associates are leaders in their field, and their passion for excellence is at the core of everything they do for their clients. Focus and Connectus are committed to achieving the highest standards of financial planning, and we encourage all of our next generation advisers to further their education and obtain the relevant professional designations.”
About Focus Financial Partners Inc.
Focus Financial Partners Inc. (NASDAQ: FOCS) is a leading partnership of fiduciary wealth management firms. Focus provides access to best practices, resources, and continuity planning for its partner firms who serve individuals, families, employers and institutions with comprehensive wealth management services. Focus partner firms maintain their operational independence, while they benefit from the synergies, scale, economics and best practices offered by Focus to achieve their business objectives. For more information about Focus, please visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com.
About Connectus Wealth Advisers
Connectus is a Focus partner firm with an innovative model for client-centric financial advisers who deliver comprehensive wealth management advice. Connectus is designed for founders and teams who want to continue managing their client relationships and maintaining their boutique cultures while gaining the operational efficiencies of shared services. As a consortium, Connectus offers integrated technology, investment support and centralized services, including compliance, accounting and talent management. Connectus also provides marketing capabilities to support business expansion through robust lead generation and organic growth programs. Connectus exemplifies the spirit of partnership and collaboration yet celebrates the entrepreneurial mind-set of its advisers.
Through Focus, Connectus advisers gain a strategic growth partner with specialized capabilities. They benefit from Focus’ global scale and extensive network of partner firms, continuity planning expertise and client solutions. Focus is also a source of permanent capital to accelerate growth. For more information, please visit www.connectuswealth.com.
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Government to Spend Over USD 100 Million to Boost Domestic Production in Laos
The government of Laos plans to spend over USD 100 million to promote domestic production in the country and boost exports.
Acclaimed Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2021, Returns to Cyberport on 10-12 December
Three Days of Infinity Games to Break the Limits of Digital Entertainment
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 22 November 2021 – The annual digital entertainment flagship event, Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2021 (DELF), will return to Cyberport on 10-12 December. Cyberport will transform in the intersection for industry knowledge exchange and first-hand experiences of the latest technologies to present an all-new digital entertainment carnival. Besides forum discussions under the theme “Infinity Games – Breaking the Limits of Digital Entertainment”, participants will be able to immerse themselves in digital entertainment and esports experiences with the “sea”, “land” and “air” elements respectively to inspire infinite excitement. The three-day DELF will be held under a hybrid format of online and in-person participation and will feature more than 10 esports tournaments, over 40 live and on-demand industry forum sessions, and multiple game experiences and workshops.
Global industry leaders to reveal winning digital strategies for the future of entertainment
Digital entertainment has seen a blockbuster year amid the global pandemic. With stakeholders in emerging digital industries such as gaming and esports leading the charge, the industry is bound to continue its strong momentum in the post-pandemic era. Under the theme “Infinity Games”, top leaders in the global digital entertainment industry will gather in Cyberport to discuss how new technologies, business models and value chains of digital entertainment are driving innovation and breaking the limits of distribution, experiences, space, creativity, content, and speed. Cyberport Chairman Dr George Lam and Secretary for Innovation and Technology of the HKSAR Alfred Sit, will be the guests of honour of the forum.
The line-up of local and overseas heavyweight speakers include Adam Simon, Senior Vice President Strategy of IPG Media Lab, Dr Max Howard, former animation producer and studio executive of Walt Disney, Warner Bros. Feature Animation and DreamWorks and currently the Visiting Lecturer at the Academy of Film of Hong Kong Baptist University, Ben Zhao, General Manager of NetEase Esports, Hendrick Sin, Co-Founder & Vice Chairman of CMGE Technology Group, Michelle Zhao, Director, Head of Gaming, GCR of Meta, Cesar Caceres, Technical Head of APAC of disguise, Kathy Wen, Director, People & Operations of Riot Games, Becky Yeung, Regional Head of Brand Partnerships of Warner Music Asia, Evan Auyang, Group President of Animoca Brands and Hanjin Tan, co-founder of Naffiti. The speakers will share exclusive content such as the hot topics in digital entertainment, industry trends and influences of metaverse. In the session “Scaling Hong Kong to Nordics”, Mr Matti Räty, Senior Director of Engineering, Operate Solutions at Unity Technologies is invited to share the development of the Nordic game industry.
Infinity games – infinite excitement of sea, land and air
A series of Infinity Games designed with elements of “sea”, “land” and “air” will be held at DELF, including the CityU Underwater Robotics Competition, FIA Motorsport Games Digital Cup HK Representative Show Match and the 2021 FAI Hong Kong Open Drone Racing Championship. These games have been curated to inspire participants to breakthrough their understanding of traditional esports and lead their imagination to reach the heights of the sky and the depths of the sea. The forum will also host a series of esports tournaments and exhibition matches, including the Hong Kong eSports Corporate Challenge, Harry Potter: Magic Awakened Yesports Asia Cup Final and the Rainbow Six Siege – Hax Kase League S6, as well as the FIFA Tournament by Government Information Technology Professionals Association (GITPA) & Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) Staff Club, and Elderly FIFA Competition by HKITDA and RCSHK. Innovator showcases, game experiences, workshops as well as start-up pitching will be presented in the all new hybrid format that allows industry players, esports enthusiasts and the public alike to immerse themselves in the excitement live in Hong Kong as well as virtually at any time, from anywhere.
Spotlight event to cover multiple digital entertainment areas and new experiences
Another spotlight event of DELF is the APRU MetaGame Conference 2021, to be held on 11 December. The conference is hosted by the Association of Pacific Rim University (APRU), a consortium of the world’s top research universities, with the aim of providing participants with a more thorough understanding of the esports ecosystem.
DELF will also present DE*SPARK, a month-long series of esports and gaming events, including RoboMaster 2021 Youth Tournament (Hong Kong) (Secondary School), AWS DeepRacer 500 Strong Training Day and Valorant Champions. It will extend the DELF’s momentum to increase the business and community’s understanding of the esports and digital entertainment industry.
Interested parties can register at https:/delf.cyberport.hk/
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The Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum (DELF), organised by Cyberport, will be held on 10-12 December. Under the theme “Infinity Games – Breaking the Limits of Digital Entertainment”, industry leaders will look into future industry trends and influences.
DELF 2021 will present the Infinity Games that challenge the participants to a series of exhilarating games with infinite excitement of sea, land and air.
About Cyberport
Cyberport is an innovative digital community with around 800 on-site start-ups and technology companies. It is management by Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, which is wholly owned by the Hong Kong SAR Government. With a vision to be the hub for digital technology thereby creating a new economic driver for Hong Kong, Cyberport is committed to nurturing a vibrant tech ecosystem by cultivating talent, promoting entrepreneurship among youth, supporting start-ups on their growth journey, fostering industry development by promoting strategic collaboration with local and international partners, and integrating new and traditional economies by accelerating digital transformation in the public and private sectors.
For more information, please visit www.cyberport.hk
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